Helen Routledge
Director, Campbell Tickell
As we welcome a new edition of the CT Brief, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment where both challenge and opportunity sit side by side. Following the latest UK government Spending Review, which brings some new funding to key public services, particularly the significant announcement of a £39 billion 10-year Affordable Homes Programme, there’s also a renewed focus on digital transformation and efficiency. While economic headwinds persist and public services remain under pressure, the stories and insights shared in this issue reflect the enduring resilience and innovation that continue to shape the not-for-profit, public, and charity sectors.
From housing and regeneration to financial leadership and organisational change, this edition offers perspectives on some of the most pressing issues facing communities and providers alike.
We spotlight the recent launch of the Temporary Accommodation Network (TAN), a critical intervention in supporting the most vulnerable households, share reflections on the macroeconomic picture and what it means for UK housing, and look at the factors affecting the delivery of social housing.
We also take a deeper look at the evolving regulatory landscape, exploring how organisations are adapting to new expectations around performance and accountability. We place a special focus on the charity sector, where mergers and collaborations are becoming essential tools for resilience and growth in an increasingly resource-constrained environment. In this edition, we also feature real-world examples of how charities are navigating this landscape, adapting their governance, and seizing opportunities to deliver greater impact together.
James Tickell’s article, ‘Darkness before dawn?’, reminds us that even in the most difficult of circumstances, there is space for hope, recovery and transformation. Moreover, we include reflections on the vital role of adult social care in shaping a fairer society and explore the power of regeneration in strengthening communities.
We hope this edition offers not only practical insight but also a space for reflection and inspiration as we move forward together.
This Pride Month, Campbell Tickell reaffirms our commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Through our work with the charitable, public, and not-for-profit sectors, we seek to help our clients create communities where everyone feels safe, seen, and supported.
In a global climate where minority communities are facing increasing hostility, it is more vital than ever to move beyond words. That means championing inclusive services, housing and policies – not just in principle, but in practice.
Disclaimer: We welcome guest blogs and articles for our website and CT Brief. The views, opinions and positions expressed in such blogs and articles represent those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of Campbell Tickell.
Issue: 78 | June 2025
Helen Routledge
Director, Campbell Tickell
As we welcome a new edition of the CT Brief, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment where both challenge and opportunity sit side by side. Following the latest UK government Spending Review, which brings some new funding to key public services, particularly the significant announcement of a £39 billion 10-year Affordable Homes Programme, there’s also a renewed focus on digital transformation and efficiency. While economic headwinds persist and public services remain under pressure, the stories and insights shared in this issue reflect the enduring resilience and innovation that continue to shape the not-for-profit, public, and charity sectors.
From housing and regeneration to financial leadership and organisational change, this edition offers perspectives on some of the most pressing issues facing communities and providers alike.
We spotlight the recent launch of the Temporary Accommodation Network (TAN), a critical intervention in supporting the most vulnerable households, share reflections on the macroeconomic picture and what it means for UK housing, and look at the factors affecting the delivery of social housing.
We also take a deeper look at the evolving regulatory landscape, exploring how organisations are adapting to new expectations around performance and accountability. We place a special focus on the charity sector, where mergers and collaborations are becoming essential tools for resilience and growth in an increasingly resource-constrained environment. In this edition, we also feature real-world examples of how charities are navigating this landscape, adapting their governance, and seizing opportunities to deliver greater impact together.
James Tickell’s article, ‘Darkness before dawn?’, reminds us that even in the most difficult of circumstances, there is space for hope, recovery and transformation. Moreover, we include reflections on the vital role of adult social care in shaping a fairer society and explore the power of regeneration in strengthening communities.
We hope this edition offers not only practical insight but also a space for reflection and inspiration as we move forward together.
This Pride Month, Campbell Tickell reaffirms our commitment to equity, dignity, and belonging for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Through our work with the charitable, public, and not-for-profit sectors, we seek to help our clients create communities where everyone feels safe, seen, and supported.
In a global climate where minority communities are facing increasing hostility, it is more vital than ever to move beyond words. That means championing inclusive services, housing and policies – not just in principle, but in practice.
Disclaimer: We welcome guest blogs and articles for our website and CT Brief. The views, opinions and positions expressed in such blogs and articles represent those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of Campbell Tickell.
In this issue
01
Welcome and contents
02
“It’s the customer, stupid”
Mike Kirk, Chair, The Hyde Group
03
Launching TAN
Maggie Rafalowicz, Director and James McHugh, Senior Consultant, Campbell Tickell
04
Macro economics and the UK housing crisis
Robert Alster, Investment and risk specialist focusing on housing finance
05
Reflections on the delivery of social housing
Rosemary Farrar, Chief Finance Officer, Platform Housing Group
06
Our services: Financial leadership
07
Charity mergers
Dan Currie, Associate Consultant, Campbell Tickell
08
Case Study: Governance reviews
Sarah Loader, Consultant, Campbell Tickell
09
Our services: mergers and partnerships
10
Darkness before dawn?
James Tickell, Partner, Campbell Tickell
11
Transforming temporary accommodation
Christa Maciver, Director of Campaigns and Social Change, Justlife Foundation
12
Adult social care: the importance of human storytelling
Nina Cilins, Project Consultant, Campbell Tickell
13
CT Honest Conversations: Consumer Standards in Practice Series
Catherine Little, Director, Campbell Tickell
14
Building better together
Darren Rodwell, Former Leader, Barking & Dagenham Council
15
Housing delivery accelerator toolkit
Stuart Sage, Director, Hive Land & Planning
16
Spring growth
Campbell Tickell
17
CT News: the latest events, insights and jobs
18
Catch up on previous CT Briefs
